How similar is Leucippus' atomic theory to modern atomic theory?
Identical
Very similar
Not at all
Only superficially
Answer
Only superficially similar, Leucippus' theory suggested tiny, indivisible "atoms" as the fundamental building blocks of matter, while modern atomic theory describes atoms as complex systems with subatomic particles like protons, neutrons, and electrons, each with distinct properties and behaviors. Beyond the basic concept of matter being composed of fundamental particles, the two theories differ significantly in their understanding of atomic structure and behavior.
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Leucippus wrote a work titled "The Great World System"; what genre was it?
Alongside "The Great World System," what other work is attributed to Leucippus?
What remains of Leucippus' writings today?
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Some scholars question Leucippus' existence, attributing ideas solely to whom?
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